DAMAGING EFFECTS OF THE CLASS SULFONYLUREAS (05-04-09)



Differential effect of sulfonylureas on production of reactive oxygen species and apoptosis in cultured pancreatic ß-cell line, MIN6

This is not the first study to find damaging effects of the class sulfonylureas on the beta cells of the pancreas. The information has probably been known for at least 5 years now, and yet this class of drugs for diabetes is widely used. How many diabetics were informed that the drug their doctor gave them will ultimately increase the risk for them to be on insulin? I can’t say I’ve ever come across one in my office or in the community. All of this points to the overwhelming conclusion that lifestyle changes are the ONLY answer to managing this deadly condition. Every pharmaceutical approach has risks that can outweigh the benefits. This is NOT the case with lifestyle changes.

Read entire article here

James Bogash

For more than a decade, Dr. Bogash has stayed current with the medical literature as it relates to physiology, disease prevention and disease management. He uses his knowledge to educate patients, the community and cyberspace on the best way to avoid and / or manage chronic diseases using lifestyle and targeted supplementation.







Email:



Posted on
Categories: Diabetes (Type 2), Insulin
Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”